Question

If 6 is added to three quarters of a certain number, the result is 42 . Find the original number​

Answer 1

x=48

Explanation:

3x/4+6=42

3x/4=42-6

3x/4=36

cross multiply

3x/3=144/3

x=48

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation

Hello!

3x/4 + 6=42

3x/4=42-6 = 36

3x = 36*4

3x = 144

x= 144/3 =48

3/4 of 48 = (48*3) / 4 =36

36+6=42

the original number​ is 48